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Goodwin crucial to keeping Oliver at Demons: manager

Clayton Oliver (R) settled his future at Melbourne over a meal with Demons coach Simon Goodwin (L). (David Mariuz/AAP PHOTOS)

Clayton Oliver's manager says some "robust" conversations and a dinner with coach Simon Goodwin proved the breakthrough that kept the star midfielder at Melbourne.

Rival AFL clubs had circled Oliver, believing the 26-year-old was available as a trade option despite a long-term contract until 2030, amid reports Melbourne wanted him to improve his attitude and off-field behaviour.

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